Earlier this year, I had the incredible opportunity to join the jury for the Communication Arts Illustration Competition. Looking back, it was an absolute honor to help select the winners for what remains one of the most prestigious and respected award shows in our industry.
When I first announced this role, the deadlines—January 9th and the final cutoff on the 23rd—seemed a long way off. Now that the entries are in and the process is complete, I can truly say that the level of talent and creativity I witnessed in this year’s submissions was nothing short of world-class. It is always a humbling experience to see the sheer breadth of visual storytelling being produced by illustrators across the globe.
Thank you to the team at Communication Arts for the invitation, and a huge congratulations to everyone who put their work forward. It was a privilege to see the world through your lenses.
About Carson Ting
Carson Ting is a Canadian Vancouver-based artist and illustrator known for bold linework, character-driven imagery, and strong conceptual craft. Named one of the world’s top 200 illustrators by Luerzer’s Archive, he began his career as an advertising art director in Toronto after earning a Bachelor of Design from OCAD University.
His work has been recognized at Cannes, One Show, Clios, Communication Arts, The Webbys, London International Awards, and New York Festivals. Through his studio, Chairman Ting, he creates commercial, public art, and fine art projects for clients such as FIFA, adidas, the NBA, Nike, the NHL, Microsoft, Mercedes-Benz, and Porsche. Carson also teaches mural illustration at Capilano University and remains a dedicated supporter of the creative community.
